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Los Angeles health authorities report 2nd second rabies-positive raccoon
In a follow-up on the report a rabies-positive raccoon found in Los Angeles County, the first in more than 5 decades, the LA County Department of Public Health is investigating a second rabies-positive raccoon found in the Westlake Village area of Los Angeles County. Public Health has confirmed that the first raccoon was positive for a variant of rabies typically found in bats. Strain testing for the second raccoon is currently pending. The second rabid raccoon was found in a backyard in the vicinity of where the first raccoon was reported and appeared sick and aggressive. No residents or pets were exposed to the raccoon. Two people at a worksite may have been exposed to the raccoon and are receiving recommended follow-up for rabies post-exposure prophylaxis. The World’s Deadliest Viruses Prior to these detections, the last confirmed rabid raccoon in Los Angeles County was detected in 1973, when the skunk variant (strain) of rabies was still present in the County. That strain has not been detected in Los Angeles County since 1979. In 2014, a skunk infected with the bat variant of rabies was detected in Long Beach. “The detection of rabies in another raccoon is an important reminder to never touch, handle, or feed any wild animals, even when they appear healthy,” said Muntu Davis, MD, MPH, Los Angeles County Health Officer. “Always keep a safe distance from wildlife and contact your local animal control if you encounter an animal that appears to be sick, injured, or behaving unusually. It is also critical to ensure your pets are up to date on rabies vaccination so they are protected before any potential exposure. Keeping your pets vaccinated is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your entire family.” Outbreak News Today is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe
5 things to know about The Promenade at Sunset Walk's Trunk-or-Treat
For the 7th year, an Osceola County entertainment destination rocks out its trunk-or-treat festivities, free of charge.
First 2 flu-related deaths of season confirmed in LA County
Los Angeles County health officials Thursday announced the first two flu-related deaths of the season.
LA County Public Health reports first pair of flu deaths of the season
LA County Public Health reports first flu deaths of the season
The LA County Department of Public Health confirmed the first two flu-related deaths of the season.
Missoula County to prohibit sale of kratom in retail food businesses
The sale of kratom products in retail food businesses in Missoula County will be prohibited beginning in November, as the city-county health department aims to restrict access to the unregulated substance that can have opioid-like effects.
Wildlife biologist launches bear-proofing business to help LA County homeowners
Wildfires, heat, food insecurity, lack of medical care affect Californians’ health: UCLA survey
Nearly 30% of LA County adults said they or members of their households experienced wildfires during the previous two years, up from 6.6% in the previous survey.
LA County students spearhead project to recycle sports balls
Another Bounce, a student-led initiative, was created in response to tennis ball and pickleball waste.
Santa Monica Makes Cut for Most Business-Friendly City
Santa Monica is a finalist for LA County's Most Business-Friendly City award for the second year. The city streamlined permitting, launched a $3M Economic Development Fund, and cut business fees.
Missoula Public Health seeks public input in community health survey
Missoula County residents may get a knock on their door later this month, as Missoula Public Health and local partners are conducting a community health survey
LA County Extends East LA Small Business Grant Deadline
Los Angeles County officials announced Friday that the application deadline for a grant program assisting small businesses affected by the Lineage Fire and East Los Angeles Oil Spill has been extended by one week, to Oct. 9. The Small Business Recovery Grant provides up to $3,000 to eligible brick-and-mortar businesses and up to $1,000 to […]
LA County creates 15 park spaces encouraging community, mental health safe space
LA County will begin mailing ballots to registered voters Thursday
Ballots may be returned in one of three ways
LA County Public Health fell short in response to Chiquita Canyon landfill issues, audit says
An underground reaction at the Chiquita Canyon landfill has produced chemicals and bad odors for years.
Report: LA County fell short in addressing Chiquita Canyon health impacts
Los Angeles County showed “shortcomings” from the beginning, the State Auditor said.
Months After LA County Cut Clinical Services at Seven Public Health Sites, It Has Not Shown Whether Patients Found Replacement Care
Measure ER starts on October 1, and a county-affiliated nonprofit is soliciting pledges. However, the county still hasn’t publicly shown which services have been replaced or whether referred patients received them.
SBA offering low-interest loans for businesses impacted by drought
UMATILLA COUNTY — The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering disaster assistance for businesses in Oregon, Washington and Idaho that were impacted by drought this year. The SBA announced […]
LA County launches grants up to $3,000 for businesses impacted by Lineage Fire, East LA oil spill
Officials in Los Angeles County announced the launch of a grant program offering up to $3,000 to small businesses affected by the Lineage Fire in Boyle Heights, as well as the oil spill in East LA.
Los Angeles County Sues State Farm for Unfair Business Practices in Handling 2025 Wildfire Claims
Los Angeles County Supervisors Lindsey P. Horvath and Kathryn Barger announced that LA County has sued State Farm, alleging unfair business practices in the company’s handling of insurance claims filed by policyholders affected by the January 2025 Eaton and Palisades Fires.
‘Send help’: LA GOP leader issues desperate appeal after Dem mayor’s campaign vid shocks viewers
LA County GOP Chair Roxanne Hoge says Karen Bass's viral 6-to-1 matching funds video reveals how Democrats codified electoral 'shenanigans' into law.
New LA County program offers assistance to small businesses
The Clinic will help small businesses strengthen financial resilience through coaching, financial education, capital readiness and debt management support.
LA County health officials confirm first West Nile virus death of 2026
Los Angeles County health officials confirmed the county's first West Nile virus death of the year Thursday.
LA County Public Health confirms first West Nile virus death of the year
LA County Public Health confirms first West Nile virus death of 2026
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed the first West Nile virus death of 2026 on Thursday.
New LA County service model creates ease of access for health, aging and social service systems
LA County says a program meant to help people with serious mental illness is gaining traction
Gov. Gavin Newsom's mental health court is gaining more participants in Los Angeles County. CARE Court treats people with serious mental health conditions.
LA County Supervisor Horvath Backs Entertainment Unions Against Industry Consolidation
LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath meets with Entertainment Union Coalition to discuss film industry challenges, production incentives, and opposition to Warner Bros.-Paramount merger.
Flea-borne typhus outbreak in Pico-Union prompts warning from LA County health officials
Los Angeles County health officials reported a localized outbreak of flea-borne typhus in the Pico-Union neighborhood, where five people have become ill this year.
LA County health officials issue warning due to flea-borne typhus outbreak in Pico-Union
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials on Wednesday issued a warning to the public due to a localized outbreak of flea-borne typhus in Pico-Union, where five people were hospitalized from the infection.
Side entertainment, shows, contests add to Umatilla County Fair experience
HERMISTON — The Umatilla County Fair offers a variety of auxiliary entertainment Aug. 12-15 on its expansive outdoor grounds at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center in Hermiston. Doug […]
Side entertainment, shows, contests add to Umatilla County Fair experience
HERMISTON — The Umatilla County Fair offers a variety of auxiliary entertainment Aug. 12-15 on its expansive outdoor grounds at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center in Hermiston. Doug […]
New free summer concert series: Sounds of LA County
LA County Parks is hosting 108 concerts in 27 county parks this summer
LA County Public Health confirms another case of measles
LA County Public Health said the traveler arrived in Southern California on July 3, 2026, aboard British Airways Flight 281, which landed at LAX. The person walked through Terminal B, Gate 155.
LA County health officials warn of possible measles exposure at LAX, on shuttle
County public health officials said a traveler with measles may have exposed people to the virus at LAX and aboard a rental car shuttle last week.
Shooting during 'mental health crisis' call sends Osceola County man to hospital
Officials with the Osceola County Sheriff's Office say the deputy who responded to the 911 call was uninjured.
Small Business Property Owners Disappointed By Supreme Court Decision
NFIB is disappointed by the U.S. Supreme Court decision in the case Pung v. Isabella County concerning tax foreclosures and the compensation of property owners.
Measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at LAX and nearby hotel, health officials warn
A measles-infected traveler may have exposed passengers at LAX and a nearby Hilton hotel on June 11, marking the sixth case in LA County this year.
Comedian Carlos Mencia faces 12 felony charges
LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced the charges at a news conference
With heat becoming deadlier, UCLA mobilizes community health workers as a front line of defense
‘Heat ambassadors’ are bring life-saving resources directly to vulnerable residents in partnership with LA County.
Split verdict on California health taxes as cost-of-living anxiety takes its toll
LA County's Measure ER clung to a narrow lead while Contra Costa's similar measure went down in defeat — a divide experts attribute to growing anxiety over the cost of living.
Texas health officials warn of New World Screwworm after confirmed case in Zavala County
Texas health officials urge precautions after confirming a New World Screwworm case in a South Texas calf, warning of risks to animals and rare human infections.
What is Measure ER? Why some say LA County sales tax increase is crucial after health cuts
L.A. County voters will decide on Measure ER -- a proposed half-cent sales tax increase that would last five years. While tax increases aren't popular, supporters say this one is a lifeline to healthcare services.
Man charged with theft of $1 million in collectible cars from former LA County employer
A former employee of Chatsworth-based MGA Entertainment was charged on Tuesday with allegedly stealing $1 million in die-cast model car collectibles from the company.
Man charged with labor trafficking LA County teen for online resale business
Man charged with trafficking LA County middle schooler for online resale business
Board Approves Horvath Barger Motion To Reform Mental Health Care in LA County - Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath
The Board unanimously approved a motion by Supervisors Horvath & Barger to reform and better integrate mental health care within the County’s homeless services system.
NEO health boards host second joint professional development training
Building on a “successful partnership,” the Lake County Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board and the Ashtabula County Mental Health and Recovery Services Board recently held their second annual professional development t…
Los Angeles Residents to Gain Faster Access to New Affordable Housing through Health Net's $10 Million Investment in "Guarantee Fund"
Partnership with LA4LA will accelerate construction of affordable and mixed-use housing across LA County SACRAMENTO, Calif., April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Health Net, one of California's most...
Osceola County sheriff apologizes for vendor contract with his daughters business
The Sheriff’s Office is still sorting out the details of the purchases, which total $24,541.
11 missing or dead scientists draw federal scrutiny, including 4 tied to LA County
The Trump administration is reviewing 11 cases of missing or deceased scientists, including Southern California researchers Monica Jacinto Reza, Carl Grillmair, Frank Maiwald, and Michael David Hicks.
LA Leaders Create Foundation to Fight $50M Health Cuts
Los Angeles community leaders launched The Fund for Advancing Public Health LA to offset $50 million in LA County public health budget cuts affecting clinics.
What is flea-borne typhus? LA County reports record number of cases
“Flea-borne typhus can cause serious illness, but it is preventable with simple steps,” said Muntu Davis, a Los Angeles County health officer.
LA County Assessor to Host Webinar on Business Property Statement
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LA County Studies Warner Bros Merger Job Impact
LA County Board unanimously approved motion to analyze Warner Bros Discovery-Paramount merger effects on 312,000+ entertainment jobs in region.
LA County CEO announces plan to resign, citing health concerns
Fesia Davenport has been on a monthslong medical leave, during which she’s faced scrutiny over a $2 million settlement she received. She plans to step…
LA County sees drop in homeless deaths, the first in 10 years
While the news was welcomed by Los Angeles County supervisors and public health officials, they agreed that the mortality rate was still too high.
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1,000 Students Head to Shrine Expo Hall for 76th LA County Science Fair Approximately 1,000 middle and high school students from across Los Angeles County will present research projects at the 76th...
LA County investing $100 million for mental health services by leasing empty state facilities
Local leaders have broken ground on a project to turn vacant state buildings at the Metropolitan State Hospital in Norwalk into a new mental health facility for Los Angeles County.
$106M 'mental health village' in Norwalk breaks ground: What to know
LA County has officially broken ground on a first-of-its-kind "Care Community" at the Metropolitan State Hospital campus, turning vacant buildings into 162 beds of treatment and housing.
LA County to close 7 public health clinics due to funding cuts
Los Angeles County Public Health will close seven of its clinics next week after the department said it was hit with more than $50 million in federal, state and local funding cuts.
LA County supervisors vote to add sales-tax hike for health care to June ballot
L.A. County voters will decide in June whether to approve a temporary half-cent sales tax in an effort to support health care services.
LA County faces sales tax increase over 'Big Beautiful Bill' cuts
Here's everything to know about the proposal, and what it'll cost residents.
LA County report: ICE raids result in $3.7 million in business losses
Approximately $3.7 million in business losses occurred between July to September 2025 due to federal immigration raids in Los Angeles County.
LA County sees increase in flu-related ER visits and hospitalizations
The health department said flu activity is expected to remain high in the coming weeks.
Health officials confirm LA County's first measles case since August
The first measles case in a Los Angeles County resident since August has been confirmed, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health announced.
LA County public health confirms first measles case in 2026
Coalition seeks LA County sales tax vote to offset federal healthcare funding cuts
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors will consider whether to place a half-cent sales tax measure in front of voters. Revenues would be used to create a coverage program for people who lose their Medi-Cal.
Geauga County’s largest behavioral health provider to merge with Ashtabula agency
Ravenwood Health will merge with Ashtabula County’s Community Counseling Center as longtime CEO Vicki Clark retires, expanding behavioral health services.
LA County, city offer free health-compliant food carts under new vending program
Street vendors in Los Angeles County now have the opportunity to get a health code-compliant food cart for free.
Partnership Health Center, Missoula County officially part ways
Missoula County and Partnership Health Center announced in May that they were mutually parting ways and now, all PHC employees are officially only part of the independent health center.
Accesso Buys 76 Acres to Build Orlando Entertainment District
Accesso purchased over 76 acres of land located at the northeast intersection of Interstate 4 and U.S. 192 in Osceola County, within the Orlando MSA, to develop Ovation Orlando, a $1 billion master-planned mixed use entertainment district slated to break ground in Q1 2026. The site was acquired for over $70 million. It’s located about ...
Developer pays $70+M, plans huge entertainment district on blighted site near Disney
Years in the making, Ovation Orlando is to break ground in early 2026. The $1 billion deal will transform one of Osceola County’s biggest eyesores with hotels, high-end retail and restaurants…
Montebello named most business-friendly city in LA County
From Top Golf to Tesla to Nothing Bundt Cakes and more, several new businesses are popping up in Montebello, and it's turning heads!
Norovirus cases rising across LA County, health department says
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health said cases of the highly contagious norovirus are on the rise.
Small Business Amicus Brief Questions Tax Foreclosure Procedures
NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Michael Pung v. Isabella County at the U.S. Supreme Court concerning tax debt, just compensation, and property rights.
Public health officials warn of measles exposure in Missoula County
Missoula Public Health reports a person infected with measles visited Missoula on Saturday, November 22.